Are Peugeot and Citroën the same company?
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Peugeot and Citroën are not the same company, but both belong to the PSA Group. Peugeot's models include: 308, 408, 508, 4008, 5008, etc. Taking the Peugeot 308 as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4590mm, width 1820mm, height 1488mm, and a wheelbase of 2675mm. Citroën's models include: Xsara, C-Triomphe, C-series, Elysee, C-Quatre, etc. Taking the Citroën C-Quatre as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4588mm, width 1773mm, height 1486mm, and a wheelbase of 2610mm.
Peugeot and Citroën, I knew since childhood that they're both French cars, but when it comes to whether they're the same company, there's actually a story behind it. Peugeot is an old brand, established in 1889, and started making cars very early; Citroën began in 1919 and also had its unique features, like those distinctive early designs. In 1976, Peugeot acquired Citroën, and since then they've been part of the same family, called the PSA Group (Peugeot Société Anonyme). Over the years, PSA grew stronger and even merged with Fiat Chrysler to form Stellantis. Now, both Peugeot and Citroën belong to this big group, but they still operate independently under their own brands, like brothers from the same household. How do I know? My dad is a car enthusiast, with stacks of magazines at home, and listening to him share these historical anecdotes is always fascinating. Peugeot leans towards a sporty style, while Citroën focuses on comfort and innovation—a tradition that's still preserved within the group.
